FIRST - Freedom of Information Records System
The Freedom of Information Record System (FIRST) supports the processing of FOIA/PA requests from the public. It is used to scan and capture electronic copies of FOIA/PA request and response documents; create and manage cases based on requests; transfer requests to other USCIS units or other government agencies; locate, review, redact, and process requested documents or records for disclosure; create standard correspondence letters to the requestors; process payments; print final action letters and redacted responsive records. FIRST users are located within the National Records Center, where requests under the FOIA/PA are processed.
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| @type | dcat:Dataset |
|---|---|
| accessLevel | non-public |
| bureauCode |
[ "024:030" ] |
| contactPoint |
{ "fn": "Open Data (MGMT)", "@type": "vcard:Contact", "hasEmail": "mailto:edmo@hq.dhs.gov" } |
| description | The Freedom of Information Record System (FIRST) supports the processing of FOIA/PA requests from the public. It is used to scan and capture electronic copies of FOIA/PA request and response documents; create and manage cases based on requests; transfer requests to other USCIS units or other government agencies; locate, review, redact, and process requested documents or records for disclosure; create standard correspondence letters to the requestors; process payments; print final action letters and redacted responsive records. FIRST users are located within the National Records Center, where requests under the FOIA/PA are processed. |
| identifier | USCIS-10044-MAJ-10044 |
| keyword |
[ "Master" ] |
| license | https://www.usa.gov/government-works |
| modified | 2026-03-18T00:12:54-04:00 |
| programCode |
[ "024:000" ] |
| publisher |
{ "name": "Unspecified", "@type": "org:Organization" } |
| rights |
null
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| title | FIRST - Freedom of Information Records System |
